So, before it leaves for Christmas, I mean, holiday vacation, Congress has delivered up some really neat presents for the American people. It’s preparing to weaken the Patriot Act (an effort led by Republican Senator Larry Craig), pass the al-Qaeda Bill of Rights (led by Republican Senator John McCain), and leave our borders largely unprotected (also led by Republican Senator John McCain). Merry Holidays. May Congress take more of them, and for much longer durations.